The menu of EVIDENCE-BASED PROGRAMS listed have each undergone rigorous evaluation and been recognized as effective by federal and state agencies and/or prevention science organizations. In addition, all programs must address one or more of the priority risk or protective factors in Erie County.

The Project First Step (PFS) program provides comprehensive support and family-centered, evidence-informed education to parents and their children with the goal of promoting family health, unity, and independence. PFS works with pregnant women, parents, infants, children, and families to help build stability and structure in the family in an effort to preserve the family unit, promote unification, and ensure children lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Most PFS clients live in poverty and are often dealing with additional stressors of physical or intellectual disabilities, domestic violence, homelessness drug or alcohol dependency, and/or mental health concerns.

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